167 Paul sees his death within God's purposes

The lectionary reading for the so-called last Sunday after Trinity is 2 Tim 4.6–8 and 16–18.

As sometimes happens, the lectionary omits important verses which you should read! This passage offers amazing insights into how Paul sees his own death in relation to Jesus' return, how he locates the particulars of his life within a theological narrative, and how he sees the faithfulness of God despite all that he suffers.

The gospel reading is Luke 18.9–14, the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector. You can read the commentary on that passage here: https://www.psephizo.com/biblical-studies/the-parable-of-the-pharisee-and-the-tax-collector-in-luke-18/

and the video discussion here: https://youtu.be/cVhqvGbmRNE